"Asylum seekers travel through dangerous conditions to the US-Mexico border in hopes of finding safety and refuge. This title examines how current events, political policies, and a global pandemic have made the asylum process more difficult. Personal stories of those on the journey help readers understand the people who seek asylum at the southern border"--Back cover.
"Features reporting on the human consequences of the growing immigration crisis, exploring the factors that drive asylum seekers to American borders and the long, complicated path that awaits them as they attempt to find a safe haven"--Provided by publisher.
A comprehensive and timely examination of the history and current status of immigrants and refugees-their stories, the events that led to their movement, and the place of these movements in contemporary history and politics.
Lists reasons people emigrate and presents an overview of asylum and asylum seeking, discussing such topics as life as an asylum seeker, applying for asylum, and working illegally. Includes color photos, a glossary, and a further resource list.
how do governments and citizens manage migration and settlement?
Oeppen, Ceri
2010
Examines issues related to migration, including different reasons people would move to another country, types of migrants, and the promotion of tolerance and diversity by governments and social institutions.
Fourteen-year-old Alem Kelo adjusts to life as a foster child seeking asylum in London, while his Eritrean mother and Ethiopian father work for peace between their homelands in Africa.
Fourteen-year-old Alem Kelo adjusts to life as a foster child seeking asylum in London, while his Eritrean mother and Ethiopian father work for peace between their homelands in Africa.
Discusses the asylum process, differences between asylees and refugees, specific asylum cases, and changes in the laws since the 1960s and particularly since September 11, 2001.
